Tennessee Pet Loss Resources
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SUPPORT GROUPS:
Can't find a support group in your area? Many groups now offer virtual meetings via Zoom or other platforms, and are open to participants from any location. Visit our list of Virtual Support Groups for more information.
Please note that dates and times of support group meetings often change without notice. Be sure to visit the website and/or contact the organization in advance to confirm meeting times and locations.
Knoxville: UT Veterinary Medical Center, 2407 River Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996, 865-755-8839, vetsocialwork@utk.edu. Pet loss support group meets every other Tuesday (see the website for the current schedule). Meets via Telehealth. No charge, no RSVP required; join at any time. http://vetsocialwork.utk.edu/pet-loss-support-group-2/
COUNSELORS:
Knoxville: Dr. A. Nikki Hilton, Ally Counseling & Psychological Services, Knoxville, TN 37917, (865) 213-2751, ahilton@allycounselingservices.com, http://allycounselingservices.com
Nashville: Michele E. Burgner, LCSW, 2200 21st Avenue South, Suite 229, Nashville, TN 37212, 615-298-3010, michele@micheleburgner.com, https://micheleburgner.com/
Fuquay Varina, NC: Sarina Manifold, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526-3720, (919) 612-1991, authentichealingcounseling@gmail.com, https://www.authentichealingcounseling.com/
IN-HOME EUTHANASIA/HOSPICE:
Clarksville: Dr. Amanda Harper, Codapet, Clarksville, TN 37043, (833) 263-2738, i>info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/clarksville-tn. Serves Clarksville and surrounding areas.
Franklin: Allison Peeler, Franklin, TN 37064, (615) 797-8222, reception@truefriendvet.com, https://www.truefriendvet.com/
Memphis: Dr. Susannah Mays, Memphis, TN 38111, (833) 263-2738, i>info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/memphis-tn. Serves Memphis and surrounding areas.
Nashville: Dr. Amanda Harper, Codapet, Nashville, TN 37201, (833) 263-2738, i>info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/nashville-tn
Nashville: Pet Loss At Home, 8am-8pm, Seven Days A Week, Within 1-3 Hours Notice, within 1 hour radius of Nashville area. Multiple Veterinarians, Better Availability. 877-219-4811, http://PetLossAtHome.com
CEMETERIES/CREMATORIES:
Please note that most veterinary clinics and many SPCAs/humane societies also offer cremation services.
Bell Buckle: Tom Metier, Companions Forever Inc. (cremation), 351 Dye Road, Bell Buckle, TN 37020, (615) 785-7075, cfpetservicesinc@gmail.com, http://Companionsforever.net
Cleveland: Constant Companion Pet Crematorium, 2417 Georgetown Road NW, Cleveland, TN 37311, (423) 472-8889, rcrobbiecody1@gmail.com, https://www.constantcompanionpc.com
Nashville: Pet Angel Memorial Center, 744 Freeland Station Rd.,
Nashville, TN 37228, 615-953-3968 info@petangelmemorialcenter.com, https://www.petangelmemorialcenter.com
Elizabethton: Adored Pets Crematory,2295 Highway 19E - Lower Level,
Elizabethton, TN 37643, (423) 542-0911, 1-877-248-PETS (7387), email@adoredpetscremations.com, https://www.adoredpetscremations.com/. This crematory works with a variety of funeral homes throughout the state.
La Vergne: All-Tenn Pet & Horse Cremations, 2106 Ritter Rd., La Vergne, TN 37086, 615-828-7924, alltennpets@gmail.com, http://www.tenpetcrem.com
Millington: Dixie Memorial Pet Cemetery, 7960 Epperson Mill Rd., Millington, TN 38053, (901) 873-4127, dixiememorial@gmail.com, https://www.dixiememorialpetcemetery.com/home
Morrison: Companions Forever, Inc., P.O. Box 93, Morrison, TN 37357, 931-815-8550, companionsforever@charter.net, http://www.companionsforever.net
Murfreesboro: Loyal Friends Pet Memorials, 342 Walla Court, Murfreesboro, TN 37128, 615-896-7380, http://www.goodshepherdpet.com/
Nashville: Faithful Companion, 288 Hermitage Ave., Nashville, TN 37210, (615) 610-7777, tncontact@faithfulcompanion.com, https://www.faithfulcompanion.com/locations/nashville/
Nashville: Pet Angel Memorial Center, 744 Freeland Station Rd.,
Nashville, TN 37228, 615-953-3968 info@petangelmemorialcenter.com, https://www.petangelmemorialcenter.com
Oakland: Peebles Petland & Pet Cremation Center
10676 U.S. Highway 64, P.O. Box 301, Oakland, TN 38060, 901-465-4343. Serving Memphis, Shelby County and the surrounding areas of Tennessee and North Mississippi. https://www.peeblespetservices.com/
Downsville, LA: Best Friends Crematory and Memorial Company,
366 Butch Pardue Road, Downsville, LA 71234, office & fax (318) 982-5023, (318) 680-3543 or (318) 255-3761, Cathyj@privatepetcremations.com, http://www.privatepetcremations.com. (Serves Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas and Tennessee)
Apopka, FL: Greenbrier - Your Afterlife Pet Care Specialists, 3703 W. Kelly Park Rd., Apopka, FL 32712, 800-257-2107, 407-886-2620, dmulrine@greenbrierpets.com, http://www.greenbrierpets.com. Serves FL, GA, TN, AL, MS; two registered grief counselors and registered pet funeral director on staff.
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